1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Blazer | SS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
